The Old Furnace

Blairgowie and Rattray, Perthshire

A true ‘one of a kind’ retreat is The Old Furnace that is set within the impressive Keathbank Mill right alongside the beautiful River Ericht, in the market town of Blairgowrie and Rattray in Perthshire.

The A-listed mill building dates back to 1864-5 when it harnessed the power of the river to spin flax and jute with the help of a huge water wheel (the largest in Scotland at the time) and a massive steam engine.

From the parking area a short path leads through to the front door that sits in the original mill chimney and from there are steps down to the cosy living area that has the sitting room on one side and the kitchen on the other.

The L-shaped sitting room is warm and inviting and the well-equipped kitchen has a dining area set up by the window for admiring the river whilst eating and trying to spot salmon leaping. Sliding doors from both the kitchen and sitting room provide access out to a pretty terrace (with seating) and there is a handy downstairs WC with laundry facilities.

Heading upstairs the double bedroom is spacious and bright with a lovely king-size bed to stretch out on. There is the option of using the unusual hexagonal rainfall shower up the stairs from the bedroom or the adjoining bathroom that has a bath and shower over. From the bedroom doors open out to a little Juliet balcony that overlooks the river so the sound of the water can be enjoyed from the comfort of bed.

Private parking for up to two cars is available and an enclosed gravelled garden area wraps around the chimney to the side of the terrace.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Changeover Day: Sat

Pets Allowed: Yes (2)

No smoking

Bathrooms: 2

Features

Enclosed Garden

WiFi

Pet Friendly

Off Street/Private Parking

Garden Furniture

BBQ

Cot

Highchair

Loch or River View

Town/City

2 week discount

Flexible Start

Shower

Laundry Facilities

Freezer

Dishwasher

Mains Water

It is a short drive to the centre of Blairgowrie (1 mile), or Blair as it is known locally, where a selection of supermarkets and smaller independent shops can provide all necessary supplies. The path through the woods along the riverside makes for a very picturesque alternative route if you are on foot.

Permits for trout and salmon fishing on the river are available and walkers can follow the Cateran Trail out to Bridge of Cally (6 miles) with a pitstop at the hotel restaurant there along the way. For something to really remember, take a trip out to the Bowland Trails (6 miles) for an exhilarating Siberian Husky sled ride through the beautiful surrounding countryside!

Based within Blairgowrie’s library is a Geneology Centre where local family history connections can be researched and history enthusiasts will also enjoy visiting the Meigle Museum (8.5 miles) where there are 27 fascinating Pictish carved stones on display.

Just south of the town the Blairgowrie Golf Club has three golf courses to choose from – two 18 hole courses and the less challenging, 9-hole Wee Course. Glenshee (24 miles) is in easy reach for snowsports and various watersports can be tried out at Outdoor Explore in Alyth (6 miles).

It is only half an hour’s drive to the bustling cities of Dundee or Perth for more serious shopping or some sightseeing.

Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.

Upstairs

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)

Free

Sets of towels

Free

WiFi

Free

Travel Cot

Free

Highchair

Free

Available Extras

Pet

£20.00

Services

Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £30 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay. Heating is by gas central heating (first £25 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and electric underfloor heating. WiFi is INCLUDED (subject to a fair usage policy). A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 1 medium, 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your desired holiday dates.

Weekly Prices

The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).

2 Week Discount (£50)

Save 15% - Easter 2019From 06/04/2019 to 26/04/2019

Save 10% w/c 16 Mar 19From 16/03/2019 to 22/03/2019

Save 10% w/c 23 Mar 19From 23/03/2019 to 29/03/2019

Save 5% w/c 30 Mar 19From 30/03/2019 to 05/04/2019

May Half Term 2019From 25/05/2019 to 31/05/2019

Changeover Day: Sat

Rental - Date Range

Sleeps 2

09 Feb 2019 - 05 Apr 2019

£395.00

06 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019

£450.00

27 Apr 2019 - 10 May 2019

£395.00

11 May 2019 - 24 May 2019

£450.00

25 May 2019 - 31 May 2019

£495.00

01 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019

£450.00

29 Jun 2019 - 30 Aug 2019

£495.00

31 Aug 2019 - 20 Sep 2019

£450.00

21 Sep 2019 - 11 Oct 2019

£395.00

12 Oct 2019 - 01 Nov 2019

£450.00

02 Nov 2019 - 19 Dec 2019

£345.00

20 Dec 2019 - 27 Dec 2019

£495.00

28 Dec 2019 - 05 Jan 2020

£495.00

06 Jan 2020 - 05 Jan 2021

POA

06 Jan 2021 - 05 Jan 2022

POA

Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.

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The Old Furnace

Blairgowie and Rattray, Perthshire

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A true ‘one of a kind’ retreat is The Old Furnace that is set within the impressive Keathbank Mill right alongside the beautiful River Ericht, in the market town of Blairgowrie and Rattray in Perthshire.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Changeover Day: Sat

Pets Allowed: Yes (2)

No smoking

Bathrooms: 2

Overview

The A-listed mill building dates back to 1864-5 when it harnessed the power of the river to spin flax and jute with the help of a huge water wheel (the largest in Scotland at the time) and a massive steam engine.

From the parking area a short path leads through to the front door that sits in the original mill chimney and from there are steps down to the cosy living area that has the sitting room on one side and the kitchen on the other.

The L-shaped sitting room is warm and inviting and the well-equipped kitchen has a dining area set up by the window for admiring the river whilst eating and trying to spot salmon leaping. Sliding doors from both the kitchen and sitting room provide access out to a pretty terrace (with seating) and there is a handy downstairs WC with laundry facilities.

Heading upstairs the double bedroom is spacious and bright with a lovely king-size bed to stretch out on. There is the option of using the unusual hexagonal rainfall shower up the stairs from the bedroom or the adjoining bathroom that has a bath and shower over. From the bedroom doors open out to a little Juliet balcony that overlooks the river so the sound of the water can be enjoyed from the comfort of bed.

Private parking for up to two cars is available and an enclosed gravelled garden area wraps around the chimney to the side of the terrace.

Features

Enclosed Garden

WiFi

Pet Friendly

Off Street/Private Parking

Garden Furniture

BBQ

Cot

Highchair

Loch or River View

Town/City

2 week discount

Flexible Start

Shower

Laundry Facilities

Freezer

Dishwasher

Mains Water

Map & Local

It is a short drive to the centre of Blairgowrie (1 mile), or Blair as it is known locally, where a selection of supermarkets and smaller independent shops can provide all necessary supplies. The path through the woods along the riverside makes for a very picturesque alternative route if you are on foot.

Permits for trout and salmon fishing on the river are available and walkers can follow the Cateran Trail out to Bridge of Cally (6 miles) with a pitstop at the hotel restaurant there along the way. For something to really remember, take a trip out to the Bowland Trails (6 miles) for an exhilarating Siberian Husky sled ride through the beautiful surrounding countryside!

Based within Blairgowrie’s library is a Geneology Centre where local family history connections can be researched and history enthusiasts will also enjoy visiting the Meigle Museum (8.5 miles) where there are 27 fascinating Pictish carved stones on display.

Just south of the town the Blairgowrie Golf Club has three golf courses to choose from – two 18 hole courses and the less challenging, 9-hole Wee Course. Glenshee (24 miles) is in easy reach for snowsports and various watersports can be tried out at Outdoor Explore in Alyth (6 miles).

It is only half an hour’s drive to the bustling cities of Dundee or Perth for more serious shopping or some sightseeing.

Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.

Upstairs

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)

Free

Sets of towels

Free

WiFi

Free

Travel Cot

Free

Highchair

Free

Available Extras

Pet

£20.00

Services

Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £30 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay. Heating is by gas central heating (first £25 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and electric underfloor heating. WiFi is INCLUDED (subject to a fair usage policy). A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 1 medium, 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.

Availability

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the Book Now menu above to select your desired holiday dates.

Weekly Prices

The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).

2 Week Discount (£50)

Save 15% - Easter 2019From 06/04/2019 to 26/04/2019

Save 10% w/c 16 Mar 19From 16/03/2019 to 22/03/2019

Save 10% w/c 23 Mar 19From 23/03/2019 to 29/03/2019

Save 5% w/c 30 Mar 19From 30/03/2019 to 05/04/2019

May Half Term 2019From 25/05/2019 to 31/05/2019

Changeover Day: Sat

Rental - Date Range

Sleeps 2

09 Feb 2019 - 05 Apr 2019

£395.00

06 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019

£450.00

27 Apr 2019 - 10 May 2019

£395.00

11 May 2019 - 24 May 2019

£450.00

25 May 2019 - 31 May 2019

£495.00

01 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019

£450.00

29 Jun 2019 - 30 Aug 2019

£495.00

31 Aug 2019 - 20 Sep 2019

£450.00

21 Sep 2019 - 11 Oct 2019

£395.00

12 Oct 2019 - 01 Nov 2019

£450.00

02 Nov 2019 - 19 Dec 2019

£345.00

20 Dec 2019 - 27 Dec 2019

£495.00

28 Dec 2019 - 05 Jan 2020

£495.00

06 Jan 2020 - 05 Jan 2021

POA

06 Jan 2021 - 05 Jan 2022

POA

Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.

The cottage is very comfortable, in an ideal location and makes a great holiday base. It is well maintained and welcoming with the ‘snug’ adding to a lovely holiday experience allowing views of the night sky.

I was always kept up to date regarding my booking, receiving regular emails informing me of payment details, directions to cottage and what to expect there. If I had any queries they were answered quickly and professionally and always friendly.